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State Plans Arizona
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Mogollon Rim
(Area - 8,737,200 ha)
Description - The Mogollon Rim is primarily in Arizona, extending somewhat
into southwest New Mexico. Lower elevations and latitude differentiate this highland from
other mountains to the north and east. Open ponderosa pine forests dominate much of the
area, with oak woodlands, pinyon-juniper, and chaparral at lower elevations.Conservation recommendations and needs - This physiographic area remains largely in original plant communities and continues to be excellent bird habitat. As typical throughout the West, however, logging, grazing, fire suppression, insect damage, and recreational activities have changed the condition of these habitats. Adoption of certain management recommendations can address some of the negative changes and minimize the potential for further degradation. High on this list of recommendations is use of prescribed fire to reduce fuel buildup and the possibility of catastrophic fire. To accomplish this, livestock should be managed to regulate fuel loads to a range in which low, cool fires can be carried. In pinyon-juniper habitat, selective removal of pinyon pine should be restricted.
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